2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga. 2005 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Vel Satis | Venga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
