2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 3 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 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 169 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Vel Satis | 75 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |