2006 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Getz (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Getz.
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 (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Getz | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Getz | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1102 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
