2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Avalanche | Genesis Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1525 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |