2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 141 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Getz | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Getz | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1151 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 15310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
