2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP) has 258 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 110 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.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Tahoe | Symbol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 498 Nm | 105 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |