2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 967 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
