2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 3 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 705 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
