2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2011 Renault Symbol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (110 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 687 kg more than 2011 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2473 mm |
