2009 Hyundai Getz vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. Both 2009 Hyundai Getz and 2007 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,594 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Hyundai Getz 2007 Volkswagen Golf
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Getz Golf
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1594 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 180 km/hour 184 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 11.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L