2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder

To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Getz and 2008 Maserati Spyder were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Maserati Spyder 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 2008 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Getz 2008 Maserati Spyder
Make Hyundai Maserati
Model Getz Spyder
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1399 cc 4242 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 452 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.6 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.1 mm 79.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.2 seconds 4.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 17.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 88 L


 

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