2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 904 kg more than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
