2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (136 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 337 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Vel Satis | LW |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
