2001 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca.
Because 2001 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. 2004 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2001 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2001 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
