2007 Renault Modus vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 4 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 351 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, 2011 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Modus | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Modus | Carens |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
