2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 218 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vel Satis | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
