2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 487 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2008 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Audi | Hummer |
Model | A6 | H3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |