2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Tucson and 2009 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,646 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Symbol weights approximately 41 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson (241 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol.
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2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Tucson | Symbol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2646 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 241 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 959 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |