2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Pilot | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |