2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Accent and 2008 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol. 2008 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Accent | Symbol |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 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 | 145 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |