2007 Hummer H2 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1303 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hummer H2 (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H2 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Hummer | Lexus |
| Model | H2 | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 65 L |
