2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Renault Fluence
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Renault Fluence. (276 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Fluence.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Fluence, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Fluence. (366 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Fluence.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
