Renault VEL Satis 2005 vs Volvo S80 2006
| 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: | 3.5 Petrol | 3.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 245 HP | 238 HP | |
| Torque: | 330 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds | |
| Renault VEL Satis engine produces 7 HP more power than Volvo S80, whereas torque is 10 NM more than Volvo S80. Despite the higher power, Renault VEL Satis reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.5 | 10.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 12.4 l/100km | 10.9 l/100km | |
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The Volvo S80 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault VEL Satis consumes 1.5 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 225 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault VEL Satis consumes 1.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S80. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 690 km in combined cycle | 700 km in combined cycle | |
| 940 km on highway | 970 km on highway | ||
| 640 km with real consumption | 640 km with real consumption | ||
| 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 2006 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 480'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 17 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Grand Espace, Renault Espace | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Volvo V70, Volvo XC90, Volvo XC70 | |
| 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: | no | yes | |
| The Volvo S80 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. | |||
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`270 | 2`150 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 2000 | 4200 | |
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