2003 Hyundai Getz vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Getz.

Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Highlander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Getz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Getz. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Hyundai Getz 2007 Toyota Highlander
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Getz Highlander
Year Released 2003 2007
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1086 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 67.1 mm 88.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 73 L