2005 Honda Fit vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (179 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Fit | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
