2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2011 Audi S6 | |
Make | Renault | Audi |
Model | Vel Satis | S6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2186 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2847 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |