2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 95 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
