2012 Renault Fluence vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2012 Renault Fluence and 2012 Renault Koleos were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Renault Fluence. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Koleos weights approximately 425 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 2012 Renault Koleos 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, 2012 Renault Koleos 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. 2012 Renault Koleos has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Fluence has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Fluence will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Koleos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Fluence | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Fluence | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4618 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1809 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1478 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2702 mm | 2690 mm |
