2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2008 Hyundai Getz

To start off, both 2008 Honda FR-V and 2008 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 442 kg more than 2008 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 Honda FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda FR-V 2008 Hyundai Getz
Make Honda Hyundai
Model FR-V Getz
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1668 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 0 HP
Torque 154 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 177 km/hour 215 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.3 seconds 9.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1466 kg 1024 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 45 L