2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 83 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Renault Vel Satis (393 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Renault | SsangYong |
Model | Vel Satis | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 318 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |