2006 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Getz (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 260 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Getz.
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2006 Hyundai Getz | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Getz | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1102 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |