2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Brooklands | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 1050 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |