Renault VEL Satis 2006 vs Peugeot 407 2004
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 175 HP | 136 HP | |
| Torque: | 360 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds | |
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Renault VEL Satis is more dynamic to drive. Renault VEL Satis engine produces 39 HP more power than Peugeot 407, whereas torque is 40 NM more than Peugeot 407. Thanks to more power Renault VEL Satis reaches 100 km/h speed 0.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.3 | 5.9 | |
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The Peugeot 407 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Renault VEL Satis consumes 1.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 407, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault VEL Satis could require 210 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1090 km in combined cycle | 1110 km in combined cycle | |
| 1250 km on highway | 1340 km on highway | ||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 14 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Nissan X-Trail, Nissan Qashqai, Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Opel Vivaro | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Peugeot 307, Peugeot 308, Citroen C5, Citroen C4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault VEL Satis might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Renault VEL Satis 2006 2.0 engine: The engine has a good power to fuel consumption ratio and, with careful maintenance, a long service life. The most common problems with these engines are with the fuel injection system and lubrication. Peugeot 407 2004 2.0 engine: The 2.0 HDI (DW10BTED4) engine is reliable and durable, with few issues in its mechanical components, but it does have some recurring problems. Early models featured a short camshaft timing chain that was prone to ... More about Peugeot 407 2004 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.86 m | 4.68 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.58 m | 1.45 m | |
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Renault VEL Satis is larger. Renault VEL Satis is 18 cm longer than the Peugeot 407, 5 cm wider, while the height of Renault VEL Satis is 13 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 407 litres | |
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Renault VEL Satis has more luggage capacity. Renault VEL Satis has 53 litres more trunk space than the Peugeot 407. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault VEL Satis is 0.7 metres less than that of the Peugeot 407, which means Renault VEL Satis can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`505 | 1`600 | |
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| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 2000 | 1200 | |
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