1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 212 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Lumina | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |
