2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ikon and 2008 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon. 2008 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Ikon | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Ikon | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |