2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 230 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (393 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pathfinder | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
