2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 9 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Vel Satis | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Vel Satis | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 49 L |