2004 Renault Fluence vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2004 Renault Fluence is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Fluence is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Fluence (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Fluence should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 253 kg more than 2004 Renault Fluence.
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, 2004 Renault Fluence (366 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Fluence will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime. 2004 Renault Fluence has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Fluence will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Fluence | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Fluence | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
