2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 247 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Vel Satis | GTI |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |