2013 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-SPEC vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 R-SPEC

To start off, both 2013 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-SPEC and 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 R-SPEC were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-SPEC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-SPEC (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 R-SPEC. (343 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-SPEC should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 R-SPEC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-SPEC weights approximately 302 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 R-SPEC. 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 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-SPEC (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 R-SPEC. (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-SPEC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 R-SPEC. 2013 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-SPEC has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 R-SPEC has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 R-SPEC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-SPEC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2013 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 R-SPEC 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 R-SPEC
Make Hyundai Hyundai
Model Genesis Genesis
Year Released 2013 2013
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 423 HP 343 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 5300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type 8-speed automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1839 kg 1537 kg
Vehicle Length 4986 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1865 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1385 mm
Wheelbase Size 2935 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.1 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 65 L


 

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