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 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A4 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |