2008 Renault Symbol vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Symbol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Symbol would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 739 kg more than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish (620 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Symbol | 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Renault | Aston Martin |
| Model | Symbol | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 2067 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1294 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
