2003 Hummer H2 vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1444 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hummer H2 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Hummer | Ford |
| Model | H2 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 66 L |
