2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 8 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 62 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (393 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Vel Satis | Antara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
