2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Hummer H3. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2009 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2009 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Hummer | Volkswagen |
| Model | H3 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 2544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 22.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |
