2005 Renault Modus vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Renault Modus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Modus. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Modus weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
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, 2005 Renault Modus (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Modus | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Modus | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 59 L |