2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Renault Modus

To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Renault Modus. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 620 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.

Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Modus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Modus. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Modus.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Ranger 2007 Renault Modus
Make Ford Renault
Model Ranger Modus
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 1148 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 257 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 155 km/hour 163 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.8 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.5 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 49 L


 

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