2005 Peugeot Partner vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot Partner 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (141 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Peugeot Partner. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot Partner. 2005 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot Partner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot Partner | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | Partner | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
