2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Panda 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 800 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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 (320 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2005 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
