2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche Panamera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche Panamera would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP) has 336 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 800 kg more than 2012 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Panamera | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Panamera | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
