2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. 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 8 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 529 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200. 2006 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 200 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 Renault Vel Satis | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Vel Satis | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
