2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A4 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |