2007 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera 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 135 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. 2007 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vel Satis | Brera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
