2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (264 HP) has 190 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 815 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.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Symbol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (620 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CLS | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2473 mm |
