2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (270 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 325 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |