1999 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2006 Renault Modus
To start off, 2006 Renault Modus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Modus weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1999 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Modus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Italdesign Nazca | 2006 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Italdesign | Renault |
| Model | Nazca | Modus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
