2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i40.
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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Renault | Hyundai |
Model | Vel Satis | i40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |