2003 Hyundai Getz vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 114 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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 Hyundai Getz (195 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Getz | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Getz | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
