1997 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 175 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Pontiac Bonneville | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Bonneville | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 318 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |