2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2008 Opel Corsa 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa. 2008 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
