2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2011 Mitsubishi RVR | |
Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
Model | Vel Satis | RVR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |