2007 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 603 kg more than 2008 Toyota RunX.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RunX. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RunX. 2007 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota RunX 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 | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | RunX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.2 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 | 1735 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
