2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Hummer H3. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Hummer H3.
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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hummer H3. 2009 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. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Cadillac | Hummer |
Model | Escalade | H3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6160 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |