2008 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Renault Symbol

To start off, both 2008 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 180 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 Honda Accord (220 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol. 2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Accord 2008 Renault Symbol
Make Honda Renault
Model Accord Symbol
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 74 HP
Torque 220 Nm 105 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4261 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1639 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1439 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2473 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.6 L/100km 5.9 L/100km


 

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