2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (163 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 217 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 2002 Dodge Viper 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 2002 Dodge Viper. 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (250 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Viper | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Viper | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 250 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |