2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Getz and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 385 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.
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 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Getz | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Getz | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1163 kg | 1548 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
