2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 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), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 380 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Vel Satis | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |