2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 837 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 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
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2005 Hyundai Getz | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Getz | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1163 kg | 2000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |