2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 161 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 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (393 Nm). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Renault | Maserati |
| Model | Vel Satis | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 86 L |
