2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 109 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Lumina | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1494 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
