2003 Hummer H2 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 9 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 139 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 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 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hummer H2 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Hummer | Buick |
| Model | H2 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 59 L |
