2007 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 1,870 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 57 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. 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 (280 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2005 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
