2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Vel Satis | 75 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |