2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Vel Satis.
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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Acadia | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
