2008 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (246 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. 2008 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Vel Satis | 1999 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
