2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Renault Symbol

To start off, both 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP) has 284 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 828 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2009 Renault Symbol
Make Jeep Renault
Model Grand Cherokee Symbol
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 381 HP 97 HP
Torque 548 Nm 127 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1828 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4261 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1639 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1439 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2473 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 7 L/100km


 

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