2012 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2012 Fiat Panda and 2012 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Symbol (74 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Symbol weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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, 2012 Renault Symbol (105 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 2012 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Panda | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2473 mm |
