2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 8 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 414 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Vel Satis | Juke |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 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 | 1735 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
