2006 Hummer H3 vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,457 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona.
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, 2006 Hummer H3 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 1998 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H3 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
