1996 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Renault Modus
To start off, 2009 Renault Modus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Modus weights approximately 8 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort.
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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Modus. (128 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2009 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Modus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 49 L |
