1996 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. Both 1996 Renault Laguna and 2004 Renault Vel Satis are equipped with a 2,188 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 325 kg more than 1996 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna. 2004 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Laguna | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
