2008 Renault Symbol vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP) has 419 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 645 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.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Symbol | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Symbol | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
