2005 Renault Modus vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Renault Modus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Renault Modus. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 159 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Modus. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Modus | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Modus | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10 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 | 1330 kg | 1489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |
