2007 Audi S4 vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (179 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. 2001 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S4 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
