2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2011 Renault Symbol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Renault Symbol. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 925 kg more than 2011 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 148 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 | 1925 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
