2002 Hyundai Getz vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 467 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Getz. 2012 Kia Sportage 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. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Hyundai Getz | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Getz | Sportage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |