2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (383 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
