2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry 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 196 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
