2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse 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), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 117 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Vel Satis | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
