2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2004 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Renault Vel Satis and 2004 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 93 kg more than 2004 Saab 05-Sep.
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) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2004 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Renault | Saab |
Model | Vel Satis | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |