2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 6 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF 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 20 kg more than 2012 Ferrari FF.
Because 2012 Ferrari FF 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, 2012 Ferrari FF 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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Vel Satis | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
Make | Renault | Ferrari |
Model | Vel Satis | FF |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 651 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 683 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1379 mm |