2006 Hummer H3 vs. 2003 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Opirus.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Opirus. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 2003 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H3 | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2810 mm |
