2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 81 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Canyon | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
