2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Scion tC
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Getz and 2008 Scion tC were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Scion tC weights approximately 220 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 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
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2008 Hyundai Getz | 2008 Scion tC | |
Make | Hyundai | Scion |
Model | Getz | tC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |