2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 408 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. 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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Vel Satis | Forte |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |