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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 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 | 5999 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
