2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (217 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Genesis Coupe | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2006 mm |
