2012 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Renault Fluence
To start off, both 2012 Lexus IS 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Renault Fluence. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 517 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 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus IS | 2012 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | IS | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4633 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2702 mm |
