2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano 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 46 kg more than 2010 Nissan Murano.
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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Vel Satis | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |