2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 5 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 884 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Getz | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Getz | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
