2011 Hyundai Getz vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 148 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 2012 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Hyundai Getz 2012 Porsche Boxster
Make Hyundai Porsche
Model Getz Boxster
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1493 cc 2900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1335 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4371 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1801 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1293 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2416 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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