2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1995 Kia Retona.
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 H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona. 2008 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 1995 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1995 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H3 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
