2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 45 kg more than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Magnum | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Magnum | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6064 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |