2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 727 kg more than 2013 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Silverado | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
