1999 Ford Contour vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour 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 324 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour.
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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Contour | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |