2011 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 Renault Fluence
To start off, both 2011 Toyota Yaris 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Fluence is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Fluence (110 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Fluence should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Fluence weights approximately 176 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 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 Renault Fluence has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Fluence will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Renault Fluence | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Yaris | Fluence |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 110 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1689 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2702 mm |