2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Sprinter and 2008 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2008 Dodge Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Sprinter | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
