2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus X weights approximately 107 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 Ford Taurus X 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 Ford Taurus X 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 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus X | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
