2009 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 966 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Getz | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Getz | Defender |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 19.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
