2002 Hyundai Getz vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 7 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Getz.

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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Hyundai Getz 2009 Volkswagen Citi
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Getz Citi
Year Released 2002 2009
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1086 cc 1423 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 117 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 67 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 150 km/hour 159 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 16.1 seconds 11.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 49 L


 

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