2006 Hyundai Getz vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Getz (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
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2006 Hyundai Getz | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Getz | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |