2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 203 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1316 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
| Model | H2 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 62 L |
