2007 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 291 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Vel Satis | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Vel Satis | Vue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
