2004 Hummer H2 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (322 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1620 kg more than 2008 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, 2004 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hummer H2 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H2 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2905 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 80 L |
