2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger 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 127 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 447 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. 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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger. 2005 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ranger | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1722 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
