2007 Renault Modus vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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. Both 2007 Renault Modus and 2008 Volkswagen Touran are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Renault Modus. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 253 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 Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Modus | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |