2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (179 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 380 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Vel Satis | Highlander |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |