2006 Hyundai Getz vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan

To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Getz and 2006 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1202 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.

Because 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Getz.

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2006 Hyundai Getz 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Getz Multivan
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 95.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 180 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 10.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1102 kg 2304 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 12.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L