2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Hummer H2. (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2008 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Hummer | Lexus |
| Model | H2 | IS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 64 L |
