2005 Holden Frontera 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 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Holden Frontera.
Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Frontera | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Frontera | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |