2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis

To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Getz and 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 675 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Getz 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis
Make Hyundai Mitsubishi
Model Getz Grandis
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1086 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 67 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 150 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 16.1 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 65 L


 

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