2011 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Renault Fluence
To start off, both 2011 Kia Sportage 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Renault Fluence. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 220 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Fluence has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Fluence will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Sportage | 2011 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 140 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1636 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2702 mm |
