2006 Renault Modus vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Renault Modus and 2006 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Renault Modus. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 953 kg more than 2006 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 Volvo S60 (240 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Modus. (140 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Modus. 2006 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Modus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Modus | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Modus | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
