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 186 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (207 HP @ 5300 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.

Compare all specifications:

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 1984 cc
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 393 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 564 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 1700 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
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


 

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