2007 Hyundai Getz vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Getz and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Getz. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Because 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Getz. (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Hyundai Getz 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make Hyundai Mazda
Model Getz MX-5 Miata
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 175 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6 seconds 7.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1115 kg 1095 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1250 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 50 L


 

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