Renault VEL Satis 2005 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 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 136 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 190 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds | |
| Renault VEL Satis engine produces 34 HP more power than Peugeot 407, whereas torque is 80 NM more than Peugeot 407. Despite the higher power, Renault VEL Satis reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.4 | 8.2 | |
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The Peugeot 407 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Renault VEL Satis consumes 1.2 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 180 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 850 km in combined cycle | 800 km in combined cycle | |
| 1050 km on highway | 1030 km on highway | ||
| Renault VEL Satis gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Renault Grand Espace | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Peugeot 307, Citroen Xsara, Peugeot 206, Citroen Xsara Picasso | |
| 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 2005 2.0 engine: This engine offers a respectable lifespan for a turbocharged motor but comes with several recurring issues that demand attention. One common problem is oil consumption, which can result from hardened valve seals or, in later ... More about Renault VEL Satis 2005 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`190 | 1`998 | |
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| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 2000 | 1200 | |
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