2007 Hummer H3 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 H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hummer H3 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Hummer H3.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 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 H3 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 (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hummer H3. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2007 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2007 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H3 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Hummer | Cadillac |
| Model | H3 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 95 L |
