2006 Renault Modus vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Renault Modus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Modus weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
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 Renault Modus (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Modus | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Modus | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
