2010 Kia Borrego vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Borrego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Borrego would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP) has 202 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Borrego | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Borrego | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
