2009 Hyundai Getz vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Getz | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Getz | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
