2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 835 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2001 Honda Z | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Vel Satis | Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |