2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (225 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Vel Satis | V70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
