2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1997 Kia Joice

To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1997 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 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 H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hummer H3 1997 Kia Joice
Make Hummer Kia
Model H3 Joice
Year Released 2009 1997
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3653 cc 1977 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 239 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 327 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 86.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2850 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 2170 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2730 mm


 

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