2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 112 kg more than 2013 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
