2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 582 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Cobalt | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |