2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, both 2009 Hummer H2 and 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 235 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1605 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2009 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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.
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2009 Hummer H2 | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
Model | H2 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 393 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 564 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1404 mm |