2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime.
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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Avantime | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Avantime | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |