2004 BMW 545 vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (333 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (394 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 545 | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
