2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 614 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
