2006 Hyundai Getz vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Getz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. Both 2006 Hyundai Getz and 1999 Kia Rio are equipped with a 1,493 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 242 kg more than 1999 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, 2006 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Getz | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Getz | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 143 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 | 1187 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
