2002 Hyundai Getz vs. 2002 Vauxhall Corsa

To start off, both 2002 Hyundai Getz and 2002 Vauxhall Corsa were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Getz (103 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 Hyundai Getz (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Hyundai Getz 2002 Vauxhall Corsa
Make Hyundai Vauxhall
Model Getz Corsa
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1606 cc 1199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 103 HP 74 HP
Torque 144 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 935 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2500 mm


 

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