2006 Hyundai Getz vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Getz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 138 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Getz.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Getz | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Getz | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1102 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
