2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Sonata 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 67 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (170 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. 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) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Sonata | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |