2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 4 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (179 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | Vel Satis | Carol |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |