2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Symbol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Symbol would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP) has 248 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2010 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche 911 | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4465 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1311 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
