2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2007 Porsche 911

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Getz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 295 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 2007 Porsche 911 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 2007 Porsche 911. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Getz 2007 Porsche 911
Make Hyundai Porsche
Model Getz 911
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1493 cc 3822 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 236 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.5 mm 82.8 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 181 km/hour 293 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.1 seconds 4.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.6 L/100km 11.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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