2013 Dodge CHARGER vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis

To start off, both 2013 Dodge CHARGER and 2013 Hyundai Genesis were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 404 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2013 Dodge CHARGER 2013 Hyundai Genesis
Make Dodge Hyundai
Model CHARGER Genesis
Year Released 2013 2013
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6400 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 464 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type 5-speed automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1929 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 5077 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1905 mm 1865 mm
Vehicle Height 1482 mm 1385 mm
Wheelbase Size 3052 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 65 L


 

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