2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Getz and 2005 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.

Because 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 2005 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz. 2005 Nissan 350Z has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan 350Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Getz 2005 Nissan 350Z
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Getz 350Z
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 3489 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 372 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 165 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.9 seconds 5.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1835 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 11.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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