2004 Honda Element vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 349 kg more than 2004 Honda Element.
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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Element | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 321 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |