2008 Peugeot 206 vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 206 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 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 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 206 | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 206 | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1027 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2473 mm |
