2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Getz and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 128 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 Polo (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
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2005 Hyundai Getz | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Getz | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |