2008 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Renault Modus

To start off, both 2008 Acura MDX and 2008 Renault Modus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (111 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Modus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX 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 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Acura MDX 2008 Renault Modus
Make Acura Renault
Model MDX Modus
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3664 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 49 L