2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Genesis | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 53 L |
