2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 7 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS 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 25 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2012 Aston Martin DBS 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 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Renault | Aston Martin |
| Model | Vel Satis | DBS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
