2000 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2008 Renault Symbol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 Honda Civic (139 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol. 2008 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 139 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2473 mm |
