2008 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
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 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Vel Satis | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Vel Satis | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2260 mm |