2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Vel Satis 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 665 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky will offer significantly more control. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky. 2004 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Sparky has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Sparky |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
