2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Hummer | SsangYong |
| Model | H3 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
