2012 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Renault Symbol

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Symbol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Symbol would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 601 kg more than 2008 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Subaru Legacy 2008 Renault Symbol
Make Subaru Renault
Model Legacy Symbol
Year Released 2012 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 74 HP
Torque 335 Nm 105 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type 5-speed shiftable automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1601 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4775 mm 4261 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1639 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2473 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 5.9 L/100km


 

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