2012 Renault Symbol vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Renault Symbol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Renault Symbol would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP) has 192 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1250 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 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Symbol | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Symbol | X5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
