2013 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, both 2013 Hyundai Genesis and 2013 Hyundai Veloster were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 385 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Hyundai Genesis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Hyundai Genesis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Hyundai Genesis | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Genesis | Veloster |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1865 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1385 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
