2007 Renault Trafic vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis

To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic.

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 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Renault Trafic 2005 Renault Vel Satis
Make Renault Renault
Model Trafic Vel Satis
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1870 cc 2187 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.3:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 155 km/hour 194 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.2 seconds 12.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1845 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 80 L


 

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