2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Infiniti M.
Because 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Vel Satis | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
