2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 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 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
