2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2005 Renault Vel Satis and 2005 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 396 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION. 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 (270 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Renault | Saturn |
Model | Vel Satis | ION |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |