2005 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2005 Honda S2000 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 484 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000.
Because 2005 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000. 2005 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2005 Honda S2000 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 S2000 | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S2000 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |