2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. 2010 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Vel Satis | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |