2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra

To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Getz and 2008 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 199 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 Toyota Tundra (425 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz. 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Getz 2008 Toyota Tundra
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Getz Tundra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 425 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1386 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 3710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 100 L


 

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