2010 Renault Fluence vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, both 2010 Renault Fluence and 2010 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Renault Fluence. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 450 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 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Fluence. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 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. 2010 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Fluence has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Fluence will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Renault Fluence | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Fluence | 325 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 215 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4618 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1809 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1478 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2702 mm | 2770 mm |