2011 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 986 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 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Touareg | Getz |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2137 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
