2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 9 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), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (179 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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 15 kg more than 2010 BMW 328.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328. 2001 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Vel Satis | 328 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
