2004 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (179 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 435 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 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu Ascender | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Ascender | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2740 mm |
