2008 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H2. (326 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 963 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
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 A8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H2. (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | A8 | H2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.9 mm |
| 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 | 1940 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 121 L |
