2008 Toyota Avensis vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (114 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 600 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 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
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2008 Toyota Avensis | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Avensis | Symbol |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2473 mm |