2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 73 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Vel Satis | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |