2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 226 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac GTO | 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | GTO | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1494 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
