2003 Honda City vs. 2004 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Getz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
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, 2003 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Getz. 2004 Hyundai Getz has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda City has manual transmission. 2003 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hyundai Getz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 2004 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | City | Getz |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |