2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Symbol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Symbol would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP) has 459 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Symbol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Symbol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Brooklands | Symbol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 774 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |