2004 Ford Lynx vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2004 Ford Lynx and 2004 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 625 kg more than 2004 Ford Lynx. 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Lynx. 2004 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Lynx has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Lynx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Lynx | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Lynx | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |