2004 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2004 Jaguar X-Type 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 276 kg more than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. 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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. 2004 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2004 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2004 Jaguar X-Type 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 Jaguar X-Type | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | X-Type | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
