2004 Renault Fluence vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Fluence. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Fluence would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Renault Fluence. (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 334 kg more than 2004 Renault Fluence. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Fluence will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Fluence | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Fluence | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
