2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (163 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Pilot | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 83 L |