2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2009 Renault Symbol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Renault Symbol (160 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
