1998 Buick Century vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Century (165 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 520 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, 1998 Buick Century (251 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Century | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
