2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis

To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4. 2006 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2006 Renault Vel Satis
Make Audi Renault
Model A4 Vel Satis
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 2957 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 243 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 10.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 12 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L