2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2011 Renault Symbol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2011 Renault Symbol. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 261 kg more than 2011 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (340 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Symbol.
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2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Equinox | Symbol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |