2010 GMC Terrain vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2010 GMC Terrain and 2010 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Terrain (182 HP) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 737 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.
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, 2010 GMC Terrain (233 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol. 2010 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Symbol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 GMC Terrain | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Terrain | Symbol |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 233 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |