2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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 179 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. 2007 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Vel Satis | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |