2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 3 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, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2011 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac DTS. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Hummer | Cadillac |
| Model | H2 | DTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 68 L |
