2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 535 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
