2012 Renault Symbol vs. 2012 Renault Laguna

To start off, both 2012 Renault Symbol and 2012 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (168 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna 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, 2012 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Renault Symbol 2012 Renault Laguna
Make Renault Renault
Model Symbol Laguna
Year Released 2012 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 168 HP
Torque 127 Nm 270 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 185 km/hour 218 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.5 seconds 8.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4261 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1639 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1439 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2473 mm 2750 mm


 

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