2011 Toyota Avalon vs. 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

To start off, both 2011 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. 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 Avalon, 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Toyota Avalon 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Make Toyota Hyundai
Model Avalon Genesis Coupe
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 268 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 336 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1525 kg
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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