2007 Hummer H2 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Hummer H2 is newer by 2 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 903 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, 2007 Hummer H2 (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2007 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H2 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H2 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 80 L |
