2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2006 Audi RS4 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 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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 5 kg more than 2006 Audi RS4.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi RS4 | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | RS4 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |