2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Audi A3

To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Getz and 2008 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 559 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 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz. 2008 Audi A3 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. 2008 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Hyundai Getz 2008 Audi A3
Make Hyundai Audi
Model Getz A3
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1341 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 83 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 71.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.5 mm 95.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 163 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.4 seconds 6.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 996 kg 1555 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L


 

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