2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Camry. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry. 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry. 2001 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Vel Satis | Camry |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |