2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. 2008 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A4 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1795 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 | 8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |