2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 272 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC. 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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vel Satis | CC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
