2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Vel Satis | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
