2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 85 kg more than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 2010 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Vel Satis | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
