2009 Honda Element 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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (167 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 950 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.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Symbol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
