2005 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Renault Espace. 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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Espace. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Espace. 2008 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Espace | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
