2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 660 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
