2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Renault Fluence
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Renault Fluence. (276 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Fluence weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Fluence. (366 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Fluence.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
