2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 12 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape 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 4 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape.
Because 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape 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 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Vel Satis | Escape |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |