2005 Renault Modus vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Renault Modus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Renault Modus. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 24 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Modus (240 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Modus | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Modus | GTI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
