2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Strada 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada. 2006 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Strada 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 Fiat Strada | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Strada | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |