2009 Hummer H2 vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima 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 119 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (274 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1368 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima. 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 Optima. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 2012 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H2 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 70 L |
