1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (168 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane.
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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
