2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 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 72 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Vel Satis | Prius |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |