2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (163 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 821 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
