2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Monaro weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
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, 2004 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (360 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Genesis Coupe | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1602 kg |
