2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 514 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Vel Satis | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
