2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hummer H3 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 161 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2008 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H3 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 58 L |
