2005 Renault Modus vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Modus would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Renault Modus. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Modus weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Modus | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Modus | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
