2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (210 HP) has 136 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 730 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (272 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Five Hundred | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
