2002 Hyundai Getz vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 485 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Getz.
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2002 Hyundai Getz | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Getz | Passat |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |