2010 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 799 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 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Kia Sorento | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Sorento | Getz |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |