2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 161 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50.
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 (280 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Vel Satis | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |