2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL 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 230 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Renault | Acura |
Model | Vel Satis | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |