2005 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (173 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Astra | Getz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
