2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2004 Hyundai Accent and 2004 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 846 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Accent | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Accent | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1039 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |