2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 9 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 276 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Vel Satis | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
