2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 990 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo. 2005 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2011 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2011 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | Vel Satis | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |
