2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville 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 217 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville.
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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (313 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville 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 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Bonneville | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
