2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Vel Satis | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
