2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2005 Saturn L | |
Make | Renault | Saturn |
Model | Vel Satis | L |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |