2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 44 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Golf | Getz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
