2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
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 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza 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 190 kg more than 2004 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Vel Satis | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |