2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX 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. Both 2001 Renault Vel Satis and 2010 Cadillac SRX are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 196 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 (393 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Vel Satis | SRX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |
