2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (179 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
