The Houston Police Department said the crash happened at about 12:12 a.m., on South Dairy Ashford near Bissonnet Street.
Police said another man in the vehicle survived but had critical injuries.
Investigators aren't sure which man was driving the vehicle, which is unrecognizable following the wreck.
Officers believe the driver was speeding, lost control, went off the road, and hit a tree.
Detectives are investigating if alcohol was involved.