2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Renault Vel Satis and 2004 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. 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 (330 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (264 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Renault | Saab |
Model | Vel Satis | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |