2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP) has 246 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1202 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 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Avalanche | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 461 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 | 2202 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
