2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe vs. 2011 Toyota iQ

To start off, both 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe and 2011 Toyota iQ were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe weights approximately 634 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Genesis Coupe (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2011 Toyota iQ
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Genesis Coupe iQ
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 6-speed manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1494 kg 860 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 32 L


 

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