2007 Renault Modus vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Renault Modus. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 511 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Modus. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Modus | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |