2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Renault Modus

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 15 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.

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 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Renault Modus
Make Audi Renault
Model A4 Modus
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 70 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 197 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 11.7 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 1175 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 49 L


 

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