2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 270 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.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (393 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Vel Satis | SRX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1990 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 |
