2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Mobilio | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Mobilio | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |