2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2006 Opel Vectra and 2006 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra. 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra. 2006 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
