2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 will offer significantly more control. 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 (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
| Model | H2 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 70 L |
