2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (179 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 625 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Uplander | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3884 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |