2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane 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 7 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Vel Satis | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
