2006 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |