2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 302 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Vel Satis | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |