2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 237 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Vel Satis | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |