2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C6 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (208 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 818 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 C6 (290 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol. 2008 Citroen C6 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. 2008 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C6 | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2473 mm |
