2005 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis

To start off, both 2005 Acura RSX and 2005 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 441 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX. 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (251 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX. 2005 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura RSX 2005 Renault Vel Satis
Make Acura Renault
Model RSX Vel Satis
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 251 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 93 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1274 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L


 

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