2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 960 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Sorento | Getz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |