1998 Toyota Previa vs. 2011 Renault Modus
To start off, 2011 Renault Modus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 451 kg more than 2011 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Previa | 2011 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Previa | Modus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2437 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |
