2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,651 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 658 kg more than 2006 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Kia | Hummer |
Model | Sportage | H3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 87 L |