2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
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 @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Vel Satis | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
