2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Vel Satis | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 321 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |