2006 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Renault Modus

To start off, 2010 Renault Modus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2010 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1364 kg more than 2010 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Modus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Modus. (128 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Modus. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Modus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Volkswagen Touareg 2010 Renault Modus
Make Volkswagen Renault
Model Touareg Modus
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4921 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 309 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 70 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 225 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 11.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2524 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 49 L


 

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