2010 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2010 Kia Rio 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 106 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 Kia Rio (145 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Rio | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Rio | Symbol |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4026 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |