2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 720 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
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, 2011 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Getz | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Getz | Soul |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 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 | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |