2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 12 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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (360 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Silverado | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1537 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |
