1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2009 Renault Symbol is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2009 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol. 2009 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 1995 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2473 mm |
