2010 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Renault Fluence
To start off, both 2010 Ford Escape and 2010 Renault Fluence were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2010 Renault Fluence. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1678 kg more than 2010 Renault Fluence. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Escape 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 2010 Ford Escape. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Fluence has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Fluence will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Ford Escape | 2010 Renault Fluence | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escape | Fluence |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 110 HP |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2111 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2702 mm |