2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2004 Volvo S40
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 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 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 209 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40.
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, 2004 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Vel Satis | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |