2008 Renault Symbol vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2008 Renault Symbol and 2008 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1312 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 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Symbol | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Symbol | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 222 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 501 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2860 mm |