2012 Peugeot 508 vs. 2012 Renault Fluence
To start off, both 2012 Peugeot 508 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. Both 2012 Peugeot 508 and 2012 Renault Fluence are equipped with a 1,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 110 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Fluence has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 508 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 508 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Fluence will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 508 | 2012 Renault Fluence | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 508 | Fluence |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4792 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1853 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2817 mm | 2702 mm |
