Renault VEL Satis 2005 vs Fiat Punto 2003
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.7 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 130 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 164 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds | |
| Renault VEL Satis engine produces 40 HP more power than Fiat Punto, whereas torque is 106 NM more than Fiat Punto. Despite the higher power, Renault VEL Satis reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.4 | 8.3 | |
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The Fiat Punto is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Renault VEL Satis consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Fiat Punto, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault VEL Satis could require 165 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 47 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 850 km in combined cycle | 560 km in combined cycle | |
| 1050 km on highway | 730 km on highway | ||
| Renault VEL Satis gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Renault VEL Satis 2005 2.0 engine: This engine offers a respectable lifespan for a turbocharged motor but comes with several recurring issues that demand attention. One common problem is oil consumption, which can result from hardened valve seals or, in later ... More about Renault VEL Satis 2005 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.86 m | 3.84 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.66 m | |
| Height: | 1.58 m | 1.48 m | |
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Renault VEL Satis is larger. Renault VEL Satis is 102 cm longer than the Fiat Punto, 20 cm wider, while the height of Renault VEL Satis is 10 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 264 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1080 litres | |
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Renault VEL Satis has more luggage capacity. Renault VEL Satis has 196 litres more trunk space than the Fiat Punto. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | 10.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault VEL Satis is 0.8 metres more than that of the Fiat Punto, which means Renault VEL Satis can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`190 | 1`550 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 2000 | 1600 | |
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