2003 Hummer H2 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2009 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, 2003 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hummer H2 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H2 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 65 L |
