2011 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, both 2011 Nissan Murano and 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 284 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
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 Nissan Murano, 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 (360 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Murano | 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Murano | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1537 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
