2011 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Symbol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Symbol would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
