2002 Honda City vs. 2008 Renault Modus
To start off, 2008 Renault Modus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Modus (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Modus weights approximately 333 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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, 2008 Renault Modus (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2008 Renault Modus | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | City | Modus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |