2007 Renault Modus vs. 2012 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Linea is newer by 5 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Linea (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Renault Modus. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Modus weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Fiat Linea.
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, 2012 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Modus. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Modus | 2012 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Modus | Linea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
