2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2008 Renault Symbol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP) has 173 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Symbol weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Ridgeline | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
