2001 Acura CL vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Acura CL.
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 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. 2001 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | CL | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
