2000 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 328 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Vitara | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Suzuki | Hyundai |
| Model | Vitara | Getz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
