2005 Lincoln LS vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2005 Lincoln LS 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 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS. 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 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln LS | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Lincoln | Renault |
Model | LS | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3932 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 388 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |