2009 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 340 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Grandeur | 2012 Buick Verano | |
Make | Hyundai | Buick |
Model | Grandeur | Verano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |