2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Hummer H2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2006 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 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, 2008 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H2 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 80 L |
