2001 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 160 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 Renault Symbol (160 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Golf | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2473 mm |
