2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (280 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Vel Satis | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |