2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 520 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | Vel Satis | 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
