2004 Renault Modus vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Renault Modus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Modus (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Modus weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Renault Modus (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Modus | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Modus | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
