2004 Opel Speedster vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2004 Opel Speedster and 2004 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 880 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Because 2004 Opel Speedster 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 2004 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Speedster | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Speedster | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |