2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe and 2012 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon.
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 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Hyundai | GMC |
| Model | Genesis Coupe | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
