2004 Fiat Albea vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2009 Renault Symbol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Symbol (97 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Albea. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Albea weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Renault Symbol.
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, 2009 Renault Symbol (127 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Albea. 2009 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Albea 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:
| 2004 Fiat Albea | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Albea | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 127 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 | 1015 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2473 mm |
