2008 Rover 25 vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Rover 25 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 25 (102 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 25 weights approximately 105 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, 2008 Rover 25 (123 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2008 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol. 2008 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 2008 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2008 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 25 | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Rover | Renault |
Model | 25 | Symbol |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2473 mm |