Renault VEL Satis 2005 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: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Renault VEL Satis) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Volvo S80) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 180 HP | 285 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds | |
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Volvo S80 is a more dynamic driving. Renault VEL Satis engine produces 105 HP less power than Volvo S80, whereas torque is 50 NM less than Volvo S80. Due to the lower power, Renault VEL Satis reaches 100 km/h speed 3.6 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.7 | 11.2 | |
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The Renault VEL Satis is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Renault VEL Satis consumes 2.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S80, which means that by driving the Renault VEL Satis over 15,000 km in a year you can save 375 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 910 km in combined cycle | 620 km in combined cycle | |
| 1170 km on highway | 870 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. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| 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. | |||
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): | 2`320 | 2`290 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 2000 | 4200 | |
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