2006 Honda Element vs. 2008 Renault Modus
To start off, 2008 Renault Modus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 745 kg more than 2008 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, 2006 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2008 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | Modus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
