2008 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2001 Subaru HM-01
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru HM-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru HM-01 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (45 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru HM-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Subaru HM-01. 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 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (57 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru HM-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Vel Satis | 2001 Subaru HM-01 | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Vel Satis | HM-01 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2320 mm |
