2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 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. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
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, 2010 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Vel Satis | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
