2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. 2005 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Maxima | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
