2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | Vel Satis | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
