2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 765 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4976 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |
