2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 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 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 740 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. 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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Vel Satis | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Vel Satis | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |