2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 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 606 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 407.
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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 407. 2006 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | Vel Satis | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
