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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 3 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (144 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 | 1597 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1102 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2512 mm |
