2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1998 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Hummer | Kia |
Model | H3 | Retona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3420 mm | 2370 mm |