2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 7 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 65 kg more than 2013 Infiniti EX.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. 2013 Infiniti EX 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. 2013 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Vel Satis | EX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
