2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 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 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Vel Satis | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |