2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (89 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 338 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.
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 Citroen C4 (215 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C4 | Symbol |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 215 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2473 mm |