2005 Holden Berlina vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (163 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 4 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Berlina 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 2005 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Berlina | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Berlina | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |