2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2005 Honda Jazz 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 670 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. 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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz. 2005 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Jazz | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 8.3 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 | 1050 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |