2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 5 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (179 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Vel Satis | Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
