2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 6 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (329 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 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 415 kg more than 2010 Infiniti G37.
Because 2010 Infiniti G37 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 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 | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Renault | Infiniti |
Model | Vel Satis | G37 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |