2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Vel Satis | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |