2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 972 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Range Rover | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |