2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2005 Lotus Elise 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. 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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Elise | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Elise | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |