2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2010 Nissan Tiida 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Tiida. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 356 kg more than 2010 Nissan Tiida. 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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Vel Satis | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 190 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 | 1640 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
