2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 7 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. 2008 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Hummer | Renault |
| Model | H3 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
