2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 898 kg more than 2010 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol.
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2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Santa Fe | Symbol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.5 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 | 1898 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2473 mm |