2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 439 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
