2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2001 Tata Indica

To start off, both 2001 Renault Vel Satis and 2001 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 790 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica. 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 (393 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica. 2001 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Renault Vel Satis 2001 Tata Indica
Make Renault Tata
Model Vel Satis Indica
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Size 3000 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 106 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2410 mm


 

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