2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. 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 (250 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (210 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
