2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (393 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. 2001 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |
