Picanto VS Getz for OPC

lovethatch SG

Hi guys,

Shld I get a OPC Picanto or Getz?

Which is a more quieter car?

More reliable and stable?

Back seats for picanto can fit 3 ppl nicely?

Price diff for 1.1L Picanto and 1.4L Getz is about 5k I guess..

How much is the insurance for P Plate holder? Anyone here?

Thanks in advance!

PS: Car dealer can contact me too.

tiggersgd SG

none actually Laughing

then again, if u must get either...i think the getz 1.1 is ok.

lovethatch SG

I can only drive auto car.. heh so Getz 1.1L I cant buy..

hMmm cos only need a car for leisure usage..

snop_coolz SG

y not go abit more for Vios though the back sit abit cramp..but getz is quite okay for auto as it has the 5 door compared to the manual 1..3 door nia..

tiggersgd SG

then its better u go for a Pica(choo)canto. Laughing

lovethatch SG

Yah wanted Vios but it's 10k more..

Rent a car per day about 70, if monthly about 250 to own a car and can go out any time I want..

It's better yah?

haha

HANDSOME_1 SG

picanto is a better choice.

Both cars r not quite, but some sound proofing should help... ( btw does anyone noe how much sound clad is n if it's gd???)

Picanto FC better. 18km/L (claimed)

snop_coolz SG

but picato the engine not so good..might not last very long..share cars got alot of cons as well..might wanna read the past thread for em..

HANDSOME_1 SG

but hyundai bought over kia wat? they nvr share engines meh???

hp28 SG

I'm driving 1.3A but since you are comparing Getz1.4A vs Picanto 1.1A, below is my finding after driven my friend Picanto 1.1A for a few times :-

with the S$5k price difference :-

Getz1.4A
1. much more powerful
2. sound proof much better
3. more roomly
4. 4x power window (Picanto only 2x front power window)
5. bigger boot space and with boot cover
6. better quality on the interior door panel as well as dash board
7. bigger rims and tyres (14" vs 13" )
8. 4x speakers (Picanto only front 2x speakers)
9. Getz 1.4A OMV S$11,324 vs Picanto 1.1A S$8,602

I'm getting average 10km/l for 50% city Wink

tiggersgd SG

bro, ur comparison is somewhat big bully small leh...1.4A vs a puny 1.1A?? of course everything will be slightly better, isn't it?

let's just take for instance the last item, the difference in OMV is $2,722 only...it is not a big difference in margin per se. so, IMHO, picanto is still better in value for bucks vs a getz if its only for leisure, travel from pt A - B, not so much of looks blah blah blah... Very Happy

tiggersgd SG

i can't help but need to pen this comparison so its more fair Laughing

hp28 SG

i know is not fair to compare Getz 1.4A with Picanto 1.1A, but since the topic starter asked for it ?

Rolling Eyes

tiggersgd SG

well, asking for it doesn't mean u get to be bias on your replies...and looking from it, i believe u r driving a getz?

if u r driving a picanto today, will you give the same comments on getz? Rolling Eyes u know better than to be fair.

Disappointment SG

Check wif vincent at www.v2d.com.sg. He maybe able to give you a clearer picture. Take into consideration as you're a new driver, try to opt a car that has ABS.
Then compare yourself as i believe that you had not visit the showrooms yet. Also go for a test drive on both cars...... Make sure a good and know how to bargain friend, who has a driving licence, that can give you advise.
Ultimately, you will be driving the car, so make a wise choice about it. Buy it then have no regrets mah...

tanhs8 SG

go for picanto for more savings after it is opc car , 3ppl no problem

ed-15 SG

ya, agreed.. i Feel that picanto is value for $$ and its a good point A to Point B car..

[email protected] SG

need some advice too

currently my work place and where i stay
it's about 1 1/2 hr journey..

i thinking of investing in buying a picanto...

my budget is about $4-500 per month, i plan to pay at least $5k of deposit

i know nuts about buying car

is it advisable?

the car is more for travelling to and fro for work

Jordan SG

You only got $400-$500 per month to spare and I dun think you can afford the car comfortably. With $5k DP, probably your monthly repayment may come up to $300-$400 plus depending on the length of your loan.

Other costs:
Season parking (easily $50-60 per month)
Petrol (if not only for working +weekend shopping, prepare about $60-$70 per week)
Car insurance: How much yearly will depend on your age and experience (I think for you should be at least 4 figures, since you did not mention you own a car before)
Road tax: about 500+ per year
Maintainence: depends on situation
ERP: ??
Workplace parking: ??
Weekend parking: ??
Parking coupons: depends on usage

Seriously, even for a small Picanto, I dun think you are ready to take the plunge unless you upped your budget.

tiggersgd SG

thread kena hijack arh?? Laughing