2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Getz and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 520 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Getz | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |