2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 785 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Vel Satis | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |
