2012 Renault Fluence vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Renault Fluence is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Renault Fluence. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 675 kg more than 2012 Renault Fluence. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Fluence. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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:
| 2012 Renault Fluence | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Fluence | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 162 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4618 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1809 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1478 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2702 mm | 2370 mm |
