2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (217 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Genesis Coupe | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
