2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz A 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A 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 215 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | A | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |