2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 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. Both 2009 Ford Taurus and 2005 Renault Vel Satis are equipped with a 3,496 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 613 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Taurus | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |