2007 BMW M vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 2007 BMW M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | M | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |