2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar S-Type 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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 620 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 Jaguar S-Type 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 Jaguar S-Type. 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 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | S-Type | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2473 mm |
