1998 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 510 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Spider | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |