2002 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Renault Modus
To start off, 2009 Renault Modus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 856 kg more than 2009 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Modus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Modus. 2002 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Modus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Renault Modus | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Discovery | Modus |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |