2007 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2002 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 553 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Passat.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Passat. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Vel Satis | 2002 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Vel Satis | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |