2006 Renault Modus vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Renault Modus. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 365 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.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Modus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Modus. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Modus | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Modus | 328 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 57 L |
