2008 Skoda Fabia vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Skoda Fabia 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Fabia (74 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 170 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 Renault Symbol (160 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Fabia | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Skoda | Renault |
| Model | Fabia | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2473 mm |
