2012 Renault Symbol vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, both 2012 Renault Symbol and 2012 BMW 535 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP) has 207 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Because 2012 BMW 535 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 BMW 535. 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 BMW 535 (600 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol. 2012 BMW 535 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. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Symbol | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Symbol | 535 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2968 mm |
