2008 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Renault Vel Satis.
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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Vel Satis | 2002 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vel Satis | V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |