2007 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2005 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
