2002 Hyundai Getz vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 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), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 284 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Getz.
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2002 Hyundai Getz | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Getz | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |