2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 6 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 467 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Vel Satis | Venga |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
