2006 Hyundai Getz vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Getz and 2006 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 289 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, 2006 Hyundai Getz (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
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2006 Hyundai Getz | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Getz | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |