2007 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I.
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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I. 2005 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Vel Satis | 2005 Infiniti I | |
Make | Renault | Infiniti |
Model | Vel Satis | I |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |