2008 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | A6 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 121 L |
