2010 GMC Savana vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2010 GMC Savana and 2010 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP) has 146 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1421 kg more than 2010 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Savana 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 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Symbol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 GMC Savana | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Savana | Symbol |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6600 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 623 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2421 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2473 mm |