2003 Toyota Crown vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 363 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Toyota Crown 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 2003 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Toyota Crown 2011 Hyundai Getz
Make Toyota Hyundai
Model Crown Getz
Year Released 2003 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 1492 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 84.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1187 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 45 L


 

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