2012 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2012 Ford Explorer 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Explorer (290 HP) has 216 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1067 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, 2012 Ford Explorer (345 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Explorer | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2067 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5006 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1788 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
