2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Renault Modus

To start off, both 2007 Opel Corsa 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 87 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Modus weights approximately 323 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.

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 Renault Modus (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Corsa 2007 Renault Modus
Make Opel Renault
Model Corsa Modus
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1389 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77.7 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 12.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 922 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 3740 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 49 L


 

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