2011 Hyundai Equus vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Genesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Genesis would be higher. Both 2011 Hyundai Equus and 2010 Hyundai Genesis are equipped with a 4,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Genesis. (368 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 198 kg more than 2010 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Genesis. (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Equus | 2010 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Equus | Genesis |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2018 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5159 mm | 4976 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3045 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 77 L |