2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens 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 128 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 683 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. 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 2005 Kia Carens. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H3 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3420 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
