2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 909 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
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 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2010 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2010 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Kia | Hummer |
Model | Sorento | H3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3420 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 102 L |