2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Genesis and 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2009 Hyundai Genesis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Hyundai Genesis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (358 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (208 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2009 Hyundai Genesis has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Genesis | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
