2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hummer H3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hummer H3 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 101 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hummer | Kia |
Model | H3 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |