2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 235 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Quest | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
