2006 Renault Modus vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Modus would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Renault Modus. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Modus weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Renault Modus | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Modus | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |