2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 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 5,998 cc, 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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, 2004 Audi A8 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A8 | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A8 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |