2012 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Renault Fluence
To start off, both 2012 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 207 more horse power than 2012 Renault Fluence. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Fluence. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1244 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 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada. 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. 2012 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Fluence has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Fluence will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Armada | 2012 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2469 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 2702 mm |
