2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Panda and 2009 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Getz (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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, 2009 Hyundai Getz (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Getz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
