2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A4 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |