2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 357 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Vel Satis | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 12.1 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 | 1722 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
