2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 7 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), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 381 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 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
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2005 Hyundai Getz | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Getz | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1163 kg | 1544 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |