2008 Hummer H2 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
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 Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1233 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, 2008 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hummer H2 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hummer | Kia |
Model | H2 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 393 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 564 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 65 L |