2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2008 Renault Symbol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP) has 226 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2008 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Symbol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Symbol |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |