2006 Toyota Aygo vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Symbol (104 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Symbol weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2010 Renault Symbol (148 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 2010 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Aygo | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Aygo | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
