2007 Renault Modus vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Renault Modus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 510 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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Modus | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Modus | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
