2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Renault Symbol.
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, 2008 Audi A3 (170 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2473 mm |
