2009 Hyundai Getz vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 167 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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 (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Getz | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Getz | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
