2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 695 kg more than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Cayenne | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Cayenne | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
