2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Vel Satis | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
