2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 496 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |