2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2007 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 449 kg more than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 Chrysler Grand Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | Grand Voyager | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |