2009 Honda Fit vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 143 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Fit | Getz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
