2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Kia | Hummer |
| Model | Sorento | H3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 2231 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
