2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 289 kg more than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vel Satis | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3022 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
