2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Kia | Hummer |
Model | Sportage | H3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |