2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Ka (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka.
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, 2012 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
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2008 Hyundai Getz | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Getz | Ka |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |