2012 Renault Symbol vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (172 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol.
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, 2010 Saturn Vue (227 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Symbol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Symbol | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Symbol | Vue |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
