2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | CLS | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1494 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
