2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2006 Renault Clio

To start off, both 2006 Renault Vel Satis and 2006 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 705 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 2006 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Clio 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 Renault Vel Satis 2006 Renault Clio
Make Renault Renault
Model Vel Satis Clio
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2188 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.4 seconds 10.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 50 L


 

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