2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2005 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 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 39 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avalon.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2005 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
