2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 1998 Porsche 911

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Getz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Getz 1998 Porsche 911
Make Hyundai Porsche
Model Getz 911
Year Released 2005 1998
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1085 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 443 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 583 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 67 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 76.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.0:1
Top Speed 150 km/hour 296 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 1456 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 92 L


 

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