2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. 2001 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Vel Satis | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |
