2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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. Both 2001 Renault Vel Satis and 2013 Volvo S60 are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 13 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 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (441 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (393 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Vel Satis | S60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 441 Nm |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |