2008 Renault Symbol vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 560 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 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Symbol | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Symbol | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 234 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
