2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2009 Lotus Elise and 2009 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 197 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Getz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 2009 Hyundai Getz has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Getz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Lotus Elise | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
Model | Elise | Getz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |