2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe and 2009 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (292 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 Lexus GS (368 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (217 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Genesis Coupe | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
