2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 5 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Lexus CT. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Renault | Lexus |
| Model | Vel Satis | CT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
