2009 Hyundai Getz vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 140 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Getz | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Getz | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
