2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 628 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vel Satis | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2915 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
