2011 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP) has 348 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 687 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 2011 Ford Mustang 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 2011 Ford Mustang. 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
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2011 Ford Mustang | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Symbol |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 412 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 528 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2473 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |