2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6.
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 Pontiac G6 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (280 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G6 | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | G6 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
