2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Hummer H2
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Hummer H2. (321 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hummer H2. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Hummer H2 | |
Make | Cadillac | Hummer |
Model | Escalade | H2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 121 L |