2004 Renault Modus vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Modus would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Modus (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Modus weights approximately 93 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Modus | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Modus | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |