2007 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2007 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2007 Renault Vel Satis and 2007 Suzuki Alto 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 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 860 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Alto. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Vel Satis | 2007 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Vel Satis | Alto |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |