2010 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2011 Renault Symbol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (112 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 240 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.
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, 2010 Citroen C4 (240 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C4 | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2473 mm |
