2006 Hummer H2 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1663 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hummer H2 (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. 2006 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H2 | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
| Model | H2 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 55 L |
