2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 760 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
