2000 Fiat Scudo vs. 2004 Renault Modus
To start off, 2004 Renault Modus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Modus (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Modus weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Fiat Scudo. 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, 2004 Renault Modus (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Scudo | 2004 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Scudo | Modus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
