2010 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Challenger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 174 kg more than 2011 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 Dodge Challenger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Genesis. (358 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Challenger | 2011 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Challenger | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6100 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5022 mm | 4976 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1923 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
