2006 Hyundai Getz vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8

To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Getz and 2006 Morgan Plus 8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 41 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.

Because 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Morgan Plus 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Getz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Getz 2006 Morgan Plus 8
Make Hyundai Morgan
Model Getz Plus 8
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1341 cc 3946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 71.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.5 mm 71.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 164 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1151 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 13.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 50 L


 

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