2007 Renault Modus vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Modus would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 325 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 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Modus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Modus | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Modus | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
