2010 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2011 Renault Fluence
To start off, 2011 Renault Fluence is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Renault Fluence. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Fluence weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Tacoma | 2011 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Tacoma | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 140 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2702 mm |
