2012 Honda Accord Crosstour vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Symbol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Symbol would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 763 kg more than 2008 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 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord Crosstour | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | 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 | 271 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1763 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
