2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Entourage 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Entourage weights approximately 58 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 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol. 2008 Hyundai Entourage 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 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Entourage | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
