2006 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 428 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Getz.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2008 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Getz | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Getz | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1102 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
