2007 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 292 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Getz. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Getz | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |