2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 3 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1272 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. 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 2012 Kia Carens. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H2 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 55 L |
