2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Getz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 622 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.
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, 2000 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Getz | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Getz | Villager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1163 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
