2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 3 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 75 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Genesis | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 67 L |
