2010 Hyundai Getz vs. 2011 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 517 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.

Because 2011 Ford Falcon 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 2011 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Getz. 2011 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2010 Hyundai Getz 2011 Ford Falcon
Make Hyundai Ford
Model Getz Falcon
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1492 cc 3983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.5 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.8:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1704 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4967 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1868 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2838 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.5 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 68 L