2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP) has 276 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 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.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Symbol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2473 mm |
