2004 Honda Insight vs. 2006 Renault Modus
To start off, 2006 Renault Modus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Modus (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Modus weights approximately 392 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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, 2006 Renault Modus (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Insight | 2006 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Insight | Modus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |
