2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 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 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |