2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 11 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream 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 184 kg more than 2012 Honda Stream.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Vel Satis | Stream |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
