2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron

To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 3 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 927 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Kyron.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hummer H3 2012 SsangYong Kyron
Make Hummer SsangYong
Model H3 Kyron
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3653 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 239 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 327 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 85.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2850 kg 1923 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 2170 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 75 L


 

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