2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (227 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (294 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Vel Satis | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
