2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 591 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (393 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Odyssey | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |
