2000 Honda City vs. 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City.

Because 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 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 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda City, 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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (217 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City. 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda City has manual transmission. 2000 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda City 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Make Honda Hyundai
Model City Genesis Coupe
Year Released 2000 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1343 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 209 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 122 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1730 mm


 

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