2009 Acura TL vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2009 Acura TL and 2009 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 852 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | TL | Symbol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |