2010 Acura TL vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2010 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL 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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura TL | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Acura | Hyundai |
Model | TL | Genesis |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4966 mm | 4986 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |