2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 and 2006 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 525 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |