2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2007 Renault Modus
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Uplander and 2007 Renault Modus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Renault Modus. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Modus. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Modus. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Modus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2007 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Uplander | Modus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 49 L |
