2006 Hyundai Getz vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 879 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 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Getz.
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2006 Hyundai Getz | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Getz | Taurus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1102 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |