2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Getz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Getz | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Getz | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
