2012 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Renault Fluence
To start off, both 2012 BMW 530 and 2012 Renault Fluence were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Renault Fluence. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Fluence.
Because 2012 BMW 530 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 2012 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
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2012 BMW 530 | 2012 Renault Fluence | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 530 | Fluence |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 110 HP |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2702 mm |