2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Renault Fluence
To start off, both 2011 Ford Expedition and 2011 Renault Fluence were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 170 more horse power than 2011 Renault Fluence. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1450 kg more than 2011 Renault Fluence. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition 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 2011 Ford Expedition. 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:
| 2011 Ford Expedition | 2011 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 140 HP |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2702 mm |
