2007 Nissan Versa vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Versa | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Versa | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |