2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2005 Opel Astra

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Getz and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.

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, 2005 Hyundai Getz (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Getz 2005 Opel Astra
Make Hyundai Opel
Model Getz Astra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 165 km/hour 187 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.9 seconds 12.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 52 L


 

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