2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2006 Renault Vel Satis and 2006 Smart ForFour 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 164 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2006 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour 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 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Renault | Smart |
Model | Vel Satis | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 22 L |