2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, both 2009 Hummer H2 and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 292 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.

Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hummer H2 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Hummer Volkswagen
Model H2 Jetta
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6199 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 393 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 564 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 5600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors


 

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