2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Infiniti I.
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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I. 2004 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2004 Infiniti I | |
Make | Renault | Infiniti |
Model | Vel Satis | I |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |