2012 Hyundai ix35 vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2012 Hyundai ix35 and 2012 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 427 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.
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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (164 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol. 2012 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai ix35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai ix35 | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | ix35 | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2473 mm |
