2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, both 2004 Renault Vel Satis and 2004 Suzuki Liana were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 38 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana. 2004 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Vel Satis | Liana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |