1993 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Verada | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Verada | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
