1993 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Bravada | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
