2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 233 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.

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 Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Chevrolet Express 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Express Genesis Coupe
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4798 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 279 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1494 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 65 L