2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Volvo X670. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo X670. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo X670. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo X670.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Vel Satis | X670 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2815 mm |