2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (329 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 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 1 kg more than 2010 Infiniti G37.
Because 2010 Infiniti G37 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 Infiniti G37. 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 (393 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti G37. (365 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Vel Satis | G37 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
