2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Genesis | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 4190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |
