2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 56 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Subaru Legacy 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. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Vel Satis | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |