2012 Toyota Hilux vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2012 Toyota Hilux and 2012 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Symbol (104 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 684 kg more than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol. 2012 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Hilux | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Hilux | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2473 mm |
