2007 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 159 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Vel Satis | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |