2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 356 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 Odyssey (328 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol. 2008 Honda Odyssey 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 Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Odyssey | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
