2001 Honda Life vs. 2008 Renault Modus
To start off, 2008 Renault Modus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Modus (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Modus weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Modus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 Modus (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 2008 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Life | Modus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
