2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
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 Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1476 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2009 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
| Model | H2 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 90 L |
