2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 7 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo 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 450 kg more than 2011 Fiat Bravo.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Vel Satis | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
