2008 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Vel Satis | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Vel Satis | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |