Renault VEL Satis 2006 vs Volvo S80 2007
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.2 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 140 HP | 136 HP | |
| Torque: | 320 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds | |
| Renault VEL Satis engine produces 4 HP more power than Volvo S80, the torque is the same for both cars. Despite the higher power, Renault VEL Satis reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.7 | 5.7 | |
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The Volvo S80 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Renault VEL Satis consumes 2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S80, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault VEL Satis could require 300 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1030 km in combined cycle | 1220 km in combined cycle | |
| Volvo S80 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 120 mm (4.7 inches) | 148 mm (5.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo S80 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Volvo S80 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from six 4x4 versions of Volvo S80 2007 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.86 m | 4.85 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.58 m | 1.49 m | |
| Renault VEL Satis is 1 cm longer than the Volvo S80, width is practically the same , while the height of Renault VEL Satis is 9 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 480 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Renault VEL Satis has 20 litres less trunk space than the Volvo S80. 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 Volvo S80. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`150 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 2000 | 4200 | |
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