2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Vel Satis | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
