2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 557 kg more than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
