2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 372 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Vel Satis | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
