2008 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. Both 2008 Volkswagen Caddy and 2010 Renault Symbol are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Symbol (97 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 476 kg more than 2010 Renault Symbol.
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, 2010 Renault Symbol (127 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Caddy | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2473 mm |
