2003 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Renault Modus
To start off, 2011 Renault Modus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Modus weights approximately 74 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic.
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, 2003 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Civic | 2011 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Modus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
