1997 Renault Safrane vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Renault Safrane. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Safrane | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
