Renault VEL Satis 2006 vs BMW 5 series 2005
| Body: | Hatchback | Estate car / wagon | |
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| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 175 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 360 NM | 340 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds | |
| Renault VEL Satis engine produces 12 HP more power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 20 NM more than BMW 5 series. Despite the higher power, Renault VEL Satis reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.3 | 6.1 | |
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The BMW 5 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Renault VEL Satis consumes 1.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault VEL Satis could require 180 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1090 km in combined cycle | 1140 km in combined cycle | |
| 1250 km on highway | 1450 km on highway | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Renault VEL Satis) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 5 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Renault VEL Satis 2006 2.0 engine: The engine has a good power to fuel consumption ratio and, with careful maintenance, a long service life. The most common problems with these engines are with the fuel injection system and lubrication. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.86 m | 4.84 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.58 m | 1.49 m | |
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Renault VEL Satis is larger. Renault VEL Satis is 2 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, 1 cm wider, while the height of Renault VEL Satis is 9 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 500 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1650 litres | |
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BMW 5 series has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Renault VEL Satis uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault VEL Satis is 0.3 metres more than that of the BMW 5 series. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`505 kg | 2`200 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`665 kg | 1`605 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 840 kg | 595 kg | |
| Renault VEL Satis load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 29 procentiem more than BMW 5 series. Therefore, Renault VEL Satis is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 3600 | |
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