2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2005 Renault Vel Satis and 2005 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 231 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Vel Satis | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |