2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 446 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Vel Satis | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
