2008 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H2. (325 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 993 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H2. (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | A6 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 121 L |
