2010 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (328 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 502 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (395 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 550 | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 550 | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2935 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
