2010 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Symbol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Symbol would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP) has 191 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 945 kg more than 2008 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Escape | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4717 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
