2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP) has 403 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 415 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Symbol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Symbol |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 370 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2473 mm |