2007 GMC Canyon vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Canyon | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |