2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 1 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 703 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 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum (530 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Magnum | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
