2008 Saturn Astra vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Saturn Astra 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Astra (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Astra weights approximately 740 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 Saturn Astra (170 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2008 Saturn Astra 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 Saturn Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Saturn Astra 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 Saturn Astra | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Saturn | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2473 mm |
