2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Hyundai Genesis

To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Hyundai Genesis were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120.

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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (358 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 120 2009 Hyundai Genesis
Make BMW Hyundai
Model 120 Genesis
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 358 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2940 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 73 L


 

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