2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2009 Lexus GX
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Genesis and 2009 Lexus GX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GX.
Because 2009 Lexus GX 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, 2009 Lexus GX 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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GX. (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2009 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Genesis | GX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 87 L |
