2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP) has 271 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1256 kg more than 2012 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Touareg | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2473 mm |
