2011 Dodge Nitro vs. 2011 Renault Fluence
To start off, both 2011 Dodge Nitro 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (210 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Renault Fluence. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 578 kg more than 2011 Renault Fluence. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Nitro 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 2011 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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:
| 2011 Dodge Nitro | 2011 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Nitro | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1791 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2702 mm |
