2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Envoy.
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, 2011 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (358 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Hyundai | GMC |
| Model | Genesis | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 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 | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |
