2004 Hummer H1 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 6,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H1 (205 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1585 kg more than 2007 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, 2004 Hummer H1 (597 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hummer H1 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H1 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6504 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3272 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 58 L |
