2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 2 kg more than 2012 Dodge Journey. 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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Vel Satis | Journey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1692 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
