2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. 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 Alfa Romeo 159 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. 2005 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 159 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
