2010 BMW 125 vs. 2010 Renault Fluence
To start off, both 2010 BMW 125 and 2010 Renault Fluence were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Renault Fluence. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2010 Renault Fluence. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 125 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 2010 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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:
| 2010 BMW 125 | 2010 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 125 | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 140 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2702 mm |
