2008 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Vel Satis | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Vel Satis | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
