2007 Hummer H2 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Hummer H2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 693 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Hummer H2 (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hummer H2 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
Model | H2 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
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 | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 100 L |