2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Getz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 371 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
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2008 Hyundai Getz | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Getz | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1024 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |