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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Symbol (97 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Renault Symbol.
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 (127 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion. 2009 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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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 | 1386 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 124 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2473 mm |