2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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 Sprinter 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 Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Sprinter | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
