2010 Hyundai Getz vs. 2010 Ford C-Max

To start off, both 2010 Hyundai Getz and 2010 Ford C-Max were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 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 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Hyundai Getz 2010 Ford C-Max
Make Hyundai Ford
Model Getz C-Max
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1086 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 95 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1828 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1626 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2648 mm


 

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