2010 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2010 Renault Symbol

To start off, both 2010 Hyundai Genesis 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Genesis (290 HP) has 193 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 700 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 2010 Hyundai Genesis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Hyundai Genesis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Symbol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Genesis (358 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2010 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol. 2010 Hyundai Genesis 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 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Hyundai Genesis 2010 Renault Symbol
Make Hyundai Renault
Model Genesis Symbol
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 97 HP
Torque 358 Nm 127 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4976 mm 4261 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1639 mm
Vehicle Height 1476 mm 1439 mm
Wheelbase Size 2936 mm 2473 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 7 L/100km


 

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