2007 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Getz (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 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 Caddy (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Getz. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Getz.
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2007 Hyundai Getz | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Getz | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |