2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 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 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Renault | Audi |
Model | Vel Satis | Q5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |