2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 530 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry. 2006 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
