2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2011 Renault Symbol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1117 kg more than 2011 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Symbol. 2011 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Defender | Symbol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2473 mm |