2007 Nissan Versa vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Versa and 2007 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (121 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (170 Nm). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa. 2007 Nissan Versa has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Versa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Versa | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Versa | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
