2006 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. Both 2006 Kia Rio and 2010 Hyundai Getz are equipped with a 1,493 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 34 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio.
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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Rio | Getz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
