Renault VEL Satis 2005 vs Ford C-Max 2007
| Body: | Hatchback | Minivan / MPV | |
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| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 145 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 185 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds | |
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Renault VEL Satis is more dynamic to drive. Renault VEL Satis engine produces 25 HP more power than Ford C-Max, whereas torque is 85 NM more than Ford C-Max. Thanks to more power Renault VEL Satis reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.4 | 7.3 | |
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The Ford C-Max is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Renault VEL Satis consumes 2.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Ford C-Max, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault VEL Satis could require 315 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 850 km in combined cycle | 750 km in combined cycle | |
| 1050 km on highway | 980 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Renault Grand Espace | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Ford Focus, Ford Mondeo | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault VEL Satis might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Renault VEL Satis engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| 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 | 4.33 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.58 m | 1.60 m | |
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Renault VEL Satis is larger, but slightly lower. Renault VEL Satis is 53 cm longer than the Ford C-Max, 4 cm wider, while the height of Renault VEL Satis is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 550 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1620 litres | |
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Ford C-Max has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Renault VEL Satis has 90 litres less trunk space than the Ford C-Max. 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 | 10.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault VEL Satis is 0.6 metres more than that of the Ford C-Max, which means Renault VEL Satis can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`190 | 1`925 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 2000 | 3000 | |
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