2010 Renault Symbol vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Symbol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Symbol would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP) has 323 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1594 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Symbol | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Symbol | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 397 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
