2002 Hyundai Getz vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2002 Hyundai Getz and 2002 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 186 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Getz. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Getz | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Getz | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
