2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 5 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 345 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens. 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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Vel Satis | Carens |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |