2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 790 kg more than 2012 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Symbol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Santa Fe | Symbol |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2473 mm |