2007 Hummer H2 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Hummer H2. (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2012 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2007 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hummer H2. (496 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H2 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Hummer | Cadillac |
| Model | H2 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 117 L |
