2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (153 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 261 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 Renault Symbol (160 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cobalt | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
