2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento 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 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2002 Kia Sorento. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sorento | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Kia | Hummer |
Model | Sorento | H3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |