2001 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 780 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |