2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 765 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Stilo | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |