2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Vel Satis 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 40 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Vel Satis | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
