2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escape | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |