2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,123 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
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, 2004 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Smart | Hyundai |
| Model | ForFour | Getz |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
