1999 Lada 111 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 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada 111 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 815 kg more than 1999 Lada 111. 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada 111 | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 111 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
