2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 3,341 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 52 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Getz. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Santa Fe | Getz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3341 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |