2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 352 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. 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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Vel Satis | 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1715 kg | 1363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
