2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (388 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (276 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1083 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento. 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 2011 Kia Sorento. 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 (415 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H2 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 388 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1767 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 68 L |
