2009 Lexus LX vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2009 Lexus LX is newer by 2 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Lexus LX.
Because 2009 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX 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, 2009 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LX | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | LX | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
