2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 912 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |