2008 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2008 Renault Vel Satis and 2008 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Renault Vel Satis.
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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Vel Satis | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Vel Satis | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |