2007 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2007 Renault Vel Satis and 2007 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 2007 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Vel Satis | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Vel Satis | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |