2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 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 H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H3 | Joice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
