2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2008 Renault Symbol

To start off, both 2008 Toyota Camry 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 352 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 Camry (298 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Camry 2008 Renault Symbol
Make Toyota Renault
Model Camry Symbol
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3311 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 74 HP
Torque 298 Nm 105 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1352 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4261 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1639 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1439 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2473 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 5.9 L/100km


 

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