2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (358 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2008 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Genesis | 545 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
