2006 Hyundai Getz vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 927 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 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Getz.
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2006 Hyundai Getz | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Getz | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |