2006 Hummer H2 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hummer H2 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 19 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 647 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hummer H2 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
Model | H2 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 100 L |