2007 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Vel Satis | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Vel Satis | Edge |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
