2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Genesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Genesis would be higher. 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 115 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120.
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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (358 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2009 Hyundai Genesis has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 120 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.
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2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Genesis | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 51 L |