2004 Renault Modus vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Renault Modus and 2004 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Renault Modus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Renault Modus. 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 Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Modus. 2004 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Modus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Modus | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Modus | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
