2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2009 Ford Fusion 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Symbol weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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 Ford Fusion (212 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fusion | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 105 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 | 966 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
