2008 Honda Element vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2011 Renault Symbol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Symbol.
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 Element (218 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | 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 | 166 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
