2009 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 129 kg more than 2012 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
