2011 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1204 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Genesis has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Genesis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Express | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2761 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
