2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 793 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu YRV | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | YRV | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
