1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 570 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade. 2001 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Ballade | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Ballade | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 83 L |
