2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Genesis 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Genesis. (368 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Genesis. (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2010 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Genesis | Genesis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4627 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4976 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 77 L |