2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1577 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H2 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
