2011 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1037 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.
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 Sienna (332 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sienna | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Sienna | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2037 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
